Has held a diverse range of roles in the agricultural commodity space over the past 18 years, from unloading trucks at the local grain elevator to running a profitable grain/oilseeeds trading book at one of the world’s biggest funds. Travelling and witnessing inefficiencies and opaque supply chains cemented his vision for Grain Discovery.

Studied Agricultural Science at University of Melbourne.

RUAIRI HANAFIN

Is a long time blockchain advocate and sees its potential in increasing social fairness and greater financial inclusion- particularly in rural regions. Has held positions in quantitative investments, researched alpha strategies, and headed the blockchain group at one of the world’s largest funds.

PhD in Theoretical Physics from Trinity College, University of Dublin.

PETER VINCENT

Has over 20 years experience in the commodities markets as a trader and entrepreneur. Has coded trading desk infrastructure, set up risk management systems for numerous commodities shops including his own boutique firm. His passion is data and specialises in building intuitive visualisations and models for complex data sets.

Master’s Degree in Engineering Physics, Queen’s University.

QUAN NHAM

Having been in diverse sectors of the tech industry spanning semiconductors to B2B software, Quan had previously cofounded a startup of his own in 2015, negotiating a successful exit. A full stack engineer and self-described futurist, he is a firm believer in blockchain's ability to solve humanity's most pressing issues, particularly in food production and sustainability.

Bachelor’s degree in Mechatronics Engineering, University of Toronto

SCOTT MacNEVIN

Has over 25 years experience working in three countries. Having worked in internal and external auditing roles for the Australian Tax Office and in management and project consultation for non-profits and a commodity analytics software company.

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, University of South Australia and Mathematical Sciences, Auckland University of Technology.

DEREK SIGURDSON

Started his career twenty-two years ago as a valuation actuary but quickly gravitated toward financial and commodities data engineering. Modelling data and developing analytical interfaces are his specialty, and he gets great satisfaction from providing clients with previously unavailable insights. In his spare time, he runs his own maple syrup farm in Eastern Ontario.

Bachelor’s degree in Mathematics, Queen’s University.

WARREN LAMB

An experienced computer engineer with a background in software development, project management and a specific interest in machine learning, equity trading, and blockchain development. Past projects include experience in front and back end web development, web analytics and artificial intelligence.

Bachelor's of Applied Science in Computer Engineering from Queen's University.